Acquired Neurodivergence & Climbing Everest 18 Times
The Hidden 20%31 Heinä 2024

Acquired Neurodivergence & Climbing Everest 18 Times

In this episode, Ben speaks with one of the most formidable mountaineers of his generation, Kenton Cool, who has scaled Mount Everest an astonishing 18 times.


Kenton discusses how a traumatic brain injury led to acquired neurodivergence, the impact of altitude on cognitive function, and what drives him to conquer the world's highest peak.


0:00 Introduction

1:38 Kenton Cool's Neurodivergent Brain Today

2:48 Why Ben Climbed Ben Nevis Barefoot

6:52 Preparing To Climb Mount Everest

11:48 Kenton Cool's Childhood

16:03 The History & Future Of Mount Everest

19:51 Kenton Cool's Climbing Accident

23:23 Kenton Cool's Acquired Neurodivergent Disorder

30:45 Staying Focused On Mount Everest

38:40 Kenton Cool's Neurodivergent Brain

42:50 What Kenton Does When He's Not On Everest

46:24 How Kenton Cool Recognises His Acquired Neurodivergent Disorder

51:24 Kenton Cool's Neurodivergent Item


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On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently.

Host: Ben Branson

Producer: Bella Neale

Video Editor: James Scriven

Social Media Manager & AP: Charlie Young

Music: Jackson Greenberg


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